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Prostate cancer is a condition when normal cells in the prostate gland mutate and grow out of control, causing a tumor. The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped gland that produces semen fluid in men. Thankfully, prostate cancer is often a low-grade tumor with a modest growth rate.
Here are six things that men should be aware of regarding prostate cancer since having the appropriate knowledge and information can literally save their lives:
1. The most prevalent malignancy to be diagnosed is prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer is the third most prevalent cause of cancer-related death for males worldwide and one of the most often diagnosed cancers. Approximately 34,000 new cases and 16,000 fatalities from this disease occur in India each year.
2. A person may not initially exhibit any signs of prostate cancer.
Men with early-stage prostate cancer may not exhibit any symptoms at all, but as the disease progresses, they may have the following symptoms:
• Steady discomfort in the lower pelvis
• Continual urination
• Pain, burning, or weak urine flow when peeing
• Hematuria (blood in the urine)
• Excessive ejaculation
• Aches in the upper thighs, hips, or lower back
• Bone aches
3. Identification of risk factors is crucial
The chance of developing prostate cancer may be influenced by a number of both modifiable and non-modifiable factors. Diet, obesity, smoking, exposure to chemicals, and STDs are examples of modifiable factors. Prostate cancer risk is also elevated in those who smoke for an extended period of time. Factors that cannot be changed include age, family history, etc. Men should thus be aware of the risk factors and get in touch with their doctor if they experience any negative side effects.
4. Prostate cancer risk rises with aging
Prostate cancer risk rises with age, particularly after 50. People 65 years of age or older are diagnosed with prostate cancer in about 60% of cases.
5. Better and increased survival is aided by early stage detection:
Early detection of prostate cancer can significantly affect a patient’s overall prognosis and quality of life. Assessing blood levels of the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is one of the most effective approaches to screen for prostate cancer early on. Digital rectal examination (DRE) is a complementary test for prostate cancer detection to PSA testing.
6. There are additional treatment options besides chemotherapy:
When prostate cancer is the only affected organ, it is regarded as confined and possibly treatable. Radiation therapy or surgery are used to treat it at this stage. Stage 4 cancer refers to the disease’s metastasis to the bones or other organs outside the prostate. Painkillers, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, radiopharmaceuticals, targeted radiation, and other oral medicines are used to treat this. Results are influenced by age, related medical conditions, cancer stage, and cancer extent.
